LIC Golden Jubilee Scholarship Scheme 2026: The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC), through the LIC Golden Jubilee Foundation (GJF), has started the online application process for the LIC Golden Jubilee Scholarship Scheme 2026. This scholarship scheme is designed to provide financial assistance to meritorious students from economically weaker families. A total of 13,440 scholarships will be awarded under the scheme, including 8,960 General Scholarships and 4,480 Special Scholarships. Eligible students can apply online through the official LIC website, and the last date to submit the application form is 30 September 2026.
Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) |
| Scholarship Name | LIC Golden Jubilee Scholarship Scheme 2026 |
| Conducting Body | LIC Golden Jubilee Foundation |
| Total Scholarships | 13,440 |
| General Scholarships | 8,960 |
| Special Scholarships | 4,480 |
| Minimum Marks | 60% or Equivalent CGPA |
| Family Income Limit | Up to ₹4,50,000 Per Year |
| Scholarship Amount | ₹15,000 to ₹50,000 Per Year |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 30 September 2026 |
| Official Website | licindia.in |
The LIC Golden Jubilee Foundation was established on 20 October 2006 and works in areas including education, medical relief and other activities of general public utility. The Golden Jubilee Scholarship Scheme is one of its major education initiatives.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | Ongoing |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 September 2026 |
| First Scholarship Instalment | 01 September 2026 |
| Second Scholarship Instalment | 01 February 2027 |
Students who have secured admission for the 2026-27 academic year are advised to complete their application before the deadline.
Application Fees
There is no application fee mentioned for the LIC Golden Jubilee Scholarship Scheme 2026.
Eligible students can submit their applications through the online application process.
Scholarship Amount
The scholarship amount depends upon the course being pursued by the selected student.
| Course | Annual Scholarship | Instalments |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine (MBBS, BAMS, BHMS, BDS) | ₹50,000 | ₹25,000 × 2 |
| Engineering (BE, BTech, BArch) | ₹40,000 | ₹20,000 × 2 |
| Graduation, Diploma, Vocational Courses, ITI | ₹20,000 | ₹10,000 × 2 |
| Special Scholarship After Class 10th | ₹15,000 | ₹7,500 × 2 |
The scholarship is paid in two equal instalments directly into the student’s bank account through NEFT. The scholarship can continue for the entire duration of the eligible course, subject to fulfillment of the renewal conditions.
Total Scholarships
A total of 13,440 scholarships will be awarded across India.
| Scholarship Category | Scholarships |
|---|---|
| General Scholarship | 8,960 |
| Special Scholarship | 4,480 |
| Total | 13,440 |
LIC has 112 Divisional Offices, with each Division selecting 80 candidates for the General Scholarship and 40 candidates for the Special Scholarship.
Eligibility Criteria
The LIC Golden Jubilee Scholarship Scheme 2026 is divided into General Scholarship and Special Scholarship categories.
General Scholarship – After Class 12th
Candidates must fulfill the following conditions:
- Must have passed Class 12th or equivalent examination with at least 60% marks or equivalent CGPA.
- The qualifying examination should have been passed during the academic years 2023-24, 2024-25 or 2025-26.
- Must have taken admission in the first year of a course during the 2026-27 academic year.
- Eligible courses include Medicine, Engineering, Graduation, Integrated Courses, Diploma, Vocational Courses and ITI courses through recognized institutions.
- Parents’/guardians’ combined annual income from all sources must not exceed ₹4,50,000.
Special Scholarship – After Class 10th
Candidates applying under the Special Scholarship must:
- Have passed Class 10th or equivalent examination with at least 60% marks or equivalent CGPA.
- The qualifying examination should have been passed during the academic years 2023-24, 2024-25 or 2025-26.
- Have taken admission in the first year of Intermediate/10+2, Vocational Course, Diploma Course or ITI during the 2026-27 academic year.
- Be studying through a government-recognized institution.
- Have parents’/guardians’ combined annual income of not more than ₹4,50,000 per year.
Who Is Not Eligible?
The following students are not eligible under the scheme:
- Students pursuing post-graduation courses, except eligible integrated courses combining graduation and post-graduation.
- Students enrolled through correspondence, part-time, evening/night or open university modes.
- Students pursuing self-study professional courses such as CA, CS or ICMAI.
- Students already receiving a scholarship from another trust or private institution.
- Generally, only one student from a family can receive the scholarship. The source specifies an exception allowing a second candidate where the applicant is a female student.
Selection Process
The selection of candidates is based primarily on academic merit within the prescribed family-income limit.
The selection process consists of:
- Online Application
- Preliminary Shortlisting
- Document Verification
- Final Selection
Applications are routed to the relevant LIC Divisional Office according to the applicant’s PIN code. Shortlisted candidates are contacted for verification of their educational and income documents. Selected candidates are informed through email. A waiting list is also maintained where required.
In case candidates have equal marks, the source states that preference is given first according to lower family income, followed by a financial-needs assessment where necessary.
Documents Required
Applicants should keep the following documents/details ready:
- Class 10th or Class 12th Mark Sheet
- Admission Proof / Bonafide Certificate for the 2026-27 academic year
- Income Certificate issued by a competent Revenue Authority
- Aadhaar Card
- PAN Card
- Bank Account Details with IFSC Code
- Cancelled Cheque
- Passport-Size Photograph
- Caste Certificate, if applicable
The bank account should be active and not dormant.
How to Apply
Eligible students can apply online for the LIC Golden Jubilee Scholarship Scheme 2026 by following these steps:
- Visit the official LIC website.
- Click on the link for LIC Golden Jubilee Scholarships 2026.
- Read the scholarship guidelines and application instructions carefully.
- Enter personal and contact details.
- Enter Class 10th/12th academic details.
- Provide details of the course and institution in which admission has been taken.
- Enter family income details.
- Upload the required documents.
- Review the application form carefully.
- Submit the application.
- Save the acknowledgement/application details received on the registered email.
Only online applications are accepted for the scheme.
Scholarship Renewal / Continuation
Selected students must maintain the required academic performance to continue receiving the scholarship in subsequent years.
- Medical and Engineering students: Minimum 55% marks or equivalent SGPA/CGPA and passing all subjects in each semester.
- Graduation and other General Scholarship students: Minimum 50% marks and passing all subjects in each semester.
- Special Scholarship students: Minimum 50% marks and passing all subjects in the first-year examination.
- Students who pass subjects using grace marks or clear failed subjects in a later semester may become ineligible for that year’s instalment, subject to the specified hardship provisions.
- Regular attendance as prescribed by the educational institution is compulsory.
Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| LIC Golden Jubilee Scholarship 2026 Notification | Notification |
| LIC Golden Jubilee Scholarship 2026 Apply Online | Apply Online |
| LIC Official Website | LIC India |
FAQ
Q1. What is the LIC Golden Jubilee Scholarship Scheme 2026?
It is a scholarship programme run through the LIC Golden Jubilee Foundation to provide financial assistance to eligible students from economically weaker families.
Q2. How many scholarships are available?
A total of 13,440 scholarships are available, comprising 8,960 General Scholarships and 4,480 Special Scholarships.
Q3. What is the maximum scholarship amount?
The maximum scholarship amount is ₹50,000 per year for eligible medical courses.
Q4. What is the family income limit?
The combined annual income of the parents/guardian from all sources should not exceed ₹4,50,000.
Q5. What are the minimum marks required?
Candidates generally need at least 60% marks or equivalent CGPA in the relevant Class 10th or Class 12th examination.
Q6. Can Class 10th passed students apply?
Yes. Class 10th passed students can apply under the Special Scholarship, provided they meet the prescribed eligibility conditions.
Q7. Can Class 12th passed students apply?
Yes. Class 12th passed students can apply under the General Scholarship if they have taken admission to an eligible first-year course during the 2026-27 academic year.
Q8. What is the last date to apply?
The last date to submit the online application is 30 September 2026.
Q9. How is the scholarship amount paid?
The scholarship amount is credited directly to the student’s bank account through NEFT in two equal instalments.
Q10. Is the scholarship available for the entire course?
The scholarship can continue for the entire eligible course duration, subject to the applicable academic and other renewal conditions.
